Jan 28, 2021
The Parma, Ohio, City Council has approved two new ordinances that could limit self-storage development in the city. The move comes nearly a year after the council imposed a six-month moratorium that allowed officials to consider how they wished address this business type going forward, according to the source.
To be approved, new self-storage projects must be at least one mile from any other existing facility. In addition, design must be approved by the planning commission and meet specific architectural requirements. For example, buildings must include brick or masonry façades as well as perimeter fencing. Outdoor vehicle storage will no longer be permitted, though existing facilities with this feature will be unaffected, said Melissa Morrow, assistant city engineer.